2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Accent (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 104 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 Riley One-Point-Five is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Accent 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
Make Hyundai Riley
Model Accent One-Point-Five
Year Released 2004 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 112 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 7.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1039 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 31 L


 

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